Your excavator starts up perfectly at the new job site. Your scissor lift operates flawlessly on the second floor. Your bulldozer fires up without missing a beat after transport.
That’s what happens when your equipment moving is handled right. No damage from improper loading. No delays from permit issues. No surprises that blow your budget or timeline.
You get equipment that arrives in the same condition it left, ready to work the moment it hits the ground. Because when your equipment works, your project moves forward.
We’ve been serving Fourth Lake since 1997. What started as a logging operation evolved into full-time excavation and equipment transport services by 2020.
Owner Josh is personally involved in nearly every job, ensuring the level of care that comes from a true family business. When your equipment needs to move safely from point A to point B, you’re working with people who understand both the machinery and the local routes.
Fourth Lake’s terrain and seasonal conditions require specific knowledge about safe transport routes, proper permits, and timing. That local expertise makes the difference between smooth delivery and costly problems.
First, we assess your equipment and route requirements. Every piece of machinery has specific transport needs – height, weight, loading method, and destination access all factor into the planning.
Next, we handle permits and route planning. New York DOT regulations are complex, and proper permits prevent delays and legal issues. We know which routes work for oversized loads and which bridges have clearance restrictions.
On transport day, we arrive with the right trailer – lowboy, RGN, or Landoll – depending on your equipment. Ground-level loading makes the process safer and faster. Your equipment is properly secured using professional tie-down methods.
During transport, you receive updates on progress and estimated arrival times. Upon delivery, we conduct a final inspection together to ensure everything arrived in perfect condition.
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Our equipment moving services cover the full range of construction and industrial machinery. Lowboy trailers handle standard excavators, bulldozers, and compact equipment. RGN (removable gooseneck) trailers provide ground-level loading for self-propelled equipment.
Landoll trailers with sliding axles accommodate unusual dimensions and weight distributions. Hydraulic tilt capabilities make loading and unloading safer for both equipment and operators.
Fourth Lake’s location in the Adirondacks presents unique transport challenges. Seasonal weight restrictions on certain roads, narrow mountain passes, and limited turnaround areas require careful planning. Our local knowledge prevents route problems that could delay your project or damage your equipment.
We maintain comprehensive insurance coverage and all required DOT certifications. Every transport includes proper permits, route surveys when needed, and professional securement methods that protect your investment.
We use three main trailer types depending on your equipment specifications. Lowboy trailers work best for standard construction equipment like excavators and bulldozers because their low deck height provides better clearance under bridges and overpasses.
RGN (removable gooseneck) trailers are ideal when you need ground-level loading. The front detaches completely, allowing equipment to drive directly onto the trailer without ramps. This works particularly well for self-propelled equipment and reduces loading stress.
Landoll trailers with sliding axles handle unusual weight distributions and dimensions that don’t fit standard trailer configurations. Their hydraulic systems provide precise positioning for safe loading and unloading.
Permit requirements depend on your equipment’s dimensions and weight. New York State requires permits for loads exceeding 8 feet 6 inches wide, 13 feet 6 inches high, or 80,000 pounds total weight.
We handle the entire permit process, including route surveys and coordination with local authorities. Some permits require specific transport times – typically daylight hours on weekdays – and designated routes that avoid low bridges or weight-restricted roads.
For super loads exceeding certain thresholds, additional requirements like escort vehicles or police escorts may apply. We coordinate all these details in advance so your transport proceeds smoothly without delays or compliance issues.
The biggest difference is local knowledge combined with excavation experience. We’ve been operating in Fourth Lake since 1997, so we understand the specific challenges of transporting equipment in this area – seasonal road restrictions, narrow mountain passes, and limited access areas.
Our excavation background means we understand your equipment. We know how different machines need to be secured, what components are vulnerable during transport, and how to load equipment safely without causing hydraulic or mechanical damage.
Owner Josh personally oversees most transports, ensuring the level of care that comes from a family business rather than a large corporate operation. You’re working with people who have a reputation to maintain in the local community.
Yes, limited access sites are common in the Fourth Lake area, and we have experience with challenging delivery locations. Before transport, we conduct site surveys to assess access routes, turning radius requirements, and ground conditions.
Sometimes equipment needs to be positioned at a staging area if the final destination isn’t accessible to large trailers. We can coordinate with your crew to move equipment the final distance using smaller transport methods or by operating the equipment under its own power.
For sites with seasonal access restrictions – common in the Adirondacks during mud season or winter conditions – we help plan transport timing to avoid problems. Proper planning prevents situations where equipment gets stranded or damaged due to poor access conditions.
For standard equipment moves within normal dimensions, we can often accommodate same-day or next-day service. However, advance scheduling ensures availability and allows proper planning for complex moves.
Oversize loads requiring special permits need more lead time – typically 3-7 days depending on the specific requirements. Super loads or moves requiring route surveys may need 1-2 weeks advance notice to coordinate with authorities and complete necessary paperwork.
During peak construction season (spring through fall), scheduling 1-2 weeks ahead ensures availability. Winter moves are often possible with shorter notice, but weather conditions may affect timing and require flexibility in scheduling.
We maintain comprehensive commercial liability insurance and cargo coverage that protects your equipment during transport. Our coverage includes protection against damage from loading, transport, and unloading operations.
Before transport, we document your equipment’s condition with photos and inspection notes. This creates a clear record of pre-transport condition and ensures any damage claims are handled quickly and fairly.
We also carry contingency insurance that provides additional protection beyond standard coverage limits. For high-value equipment, we can arrange supplemental coverage to match your specific insurance requirements. All coverage details are provided in writing before transport begins.
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